FBI Thwarts Explosive Drone Plot Targeting White House UFC Event

• •Five suspects arrested in a multi-state operation targeting a UFC event at the White House.
• •The plot involved using explosive drones to create chaos and facilitate a sniper attack.
• •A total of 23 individuals are identified as part of the potential network of plotters.

On June 10, 2026, the FBI disrupted a plot involving five men who planned to attack the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House using explosive-laden drones. The suspects aimed to create panic by targeting nearby buildings, prompting a mass evacuation, and then directing crowds toward a pre-staged sniper team. The investigation revealed a potential network of 23 individuals involved in the plot, with arrests made across multiple states including Ohio, California, Missouri, and Nebraska. Tycen Proper, a 19-year-old suspect, reportedly spent $3,000 of his graduation money on weapons and communicated with an anti-government group online. The FBI's swift action prevented what could have been a devastating attack during a high-profile event attended by President Trump and other officials. The investigation is ongoing, with more suspects potentially still at large.